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Things to Do in Hawke's Bay

Top things to do in Hawke's Bay: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

🌙 50°F now🕔 9:14 PM local📅 Best: February, March, October, November and December👥 180.000

Things to do in Hawke's Bay

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hawke's Bay.

Map of Hawke's Bay

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Coordinates: 39°29′34.1″S 176°54′43.2″E (-39.4928, 176.912)

Weather in Hawke's Bay right now

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50°F
Clear · feels like 46°F
Humidity80%
Wind7 mph NNE
Gusts13 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover2%
Pressure1025 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 23 mi
Air quality28 · Good
Sunrise6:52 AM
Sunset5:39 PM
Moon🌓 First quarter · 51%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:14 PM, Aug 21 local time.

Best time to visit Hawke's Bay

Go in February, March, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★★
February★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★★
May★★★★
June★★★☆☆
July★★★☆☆
August★★★★
September★★★★
October★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★★

Summary

Hawke's Bay is a region in New Zealand. Hawke's Bay is a region of New Zealand. It has a population of about 180.000.

Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Hawke's Bay with clear. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 40°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Hawke's Bay is February, March, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 42°F.

The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 207 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Taupo, Tongariro National Park, North Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 58°F is in line with the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Hawke's Bay today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hawke's Bay?

Hawke's Bay is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -39.4928, 176.912. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Hawke's Bay right now?

It is currently 50°F (10°C) with clear. Humidity is 80% and wind is 7 mph.

When is the best time to visit Hawke's Bay?

February, March, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Hawke's Bay, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Hawke's Bay in?

Hawke's Bay observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 9:14 PM.

How many people live in Hawke's Bay?

Hawke's Bay has a population of approximately 180.000.

What is the nearest airport to Hawke's Bay?

The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 207 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Hawke's Bay?

Popular options include Lake Taupo, Tongariro National Park, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.

What places are in Hawke's Bay?

Hawke's Bay covers 1 places in this atlas, including Napier.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 21, 2026 at 9:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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